# What You'll Need:
→ Meats
01 - 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
→ Vegetables & Aromatics
02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 small onion, finely chopped (optional)
04 - 1 cup frozen peas (optional)
05 - 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms (optional)
→ Sauce & Dairy
06 - 2 cups heavy cream
07 - 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
08 - 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 4 oz cream cheese, cubed and softened
10 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
→ Seasonings
11 - 1 tsp salt
12 - ½ tsp black pepper
13 - 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
14 - ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
→ Pasta (for serving)
15 - 12 oz fettuccine or linguine, cooked according to package directions
# Steps to Follow:
01 - Place chicken breasts evenly in the slow cooker base.
02 - Distribute minced garlic and chopped onion over the chicken; add sliced mushrooms and frozen peas if using.
03 - Whisk heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan, cream cheese, butter, salt, pepper, Italian herbs, and red pepper flakes together until mostly smooth.
04 - Evenly pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables in the slow cooker.
05 - Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 7 hours until chicken is tender.
06 - Remove chicken, shred or slice, then return it to the slow cooker and stir to incorporate with sauce.
07 - Taste and season with additional salt or pepper if needed.
08 - Ladle sauce and chicken over cooked fettuccine or linguine; garnish with extra Parmesan or parsley if desired.
